5ton hard steering??

[Steamynachos]

Hi all My m813 steers heavy very heavy when I turn to the left but turning to the right you can use one finger. Sometimes it's hard both ways I checked the fluid level and it's up to the top the belts are a little loose they look old but don't make a noise when turning any idea what else it could be or are they suppose to be like this?

 

[devilman96]

Sounds like the gears vavle is going bad.

 

[Steamynachos]

Would that be in the steering gear can it be rebuilt?

 

[papercu]

steering

The 260-20 manual (found in the TM section) gives detailed testing of the steering, could be anything from low tire pressure to improper toe-in adjustment. Good luck, Wayne

 

[acetomatoco]

RE: steering

I have a good takeoff power steering pump for $100. Remember that these units use engine oil and not ATF or some hokey power steering fluid... see the lube order...

 

[Steamynachos]

looking into the pump I noticed it looks like regular power steering fluid in the pump could this be my problem? would this wreck the pump? can the system be bled and new oil be added? thanks Ace I might just takeyou up on that pump for a spare if this one is shot.

 

[gimpyrobb]

Ace, if Nachos doesn't buy that pump, I will. Let me know how things go...